Project Manager Intern (Summer 2027)

HARTING Inc. of North America; Bowes (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

HARTING Inc. of North America in Elgin, IL is seeking a Project Manager Intern (Engineering) for Summer 2027. This full-time, paid, on-site internship will drive new product development from concept to close, with cross-functional collaboration and exposure to core engineering processes.

The role targets students pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with an interest in Project Management. Housing is not provided in Illinois, and the internship pays $22–25 per hour depending on class

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• A background/interest in Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Drive new product development projects from concept through initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closing.
• Document detailed project plans including goals, deliverables, resources, timelines and risk mitigation for new product development initiatives.
• Shadow methods for managing priorities, resources, risk management, budget and process improvements.
• Assist in resolving conflicts and bottlenecks within projects or functional areas.
• Prepare reports and track KPIs for the steering committee and management.
• Establish trusted partnerships with internal and external customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Custom Solutions, Product Management and Production Management.

Skills

Project management

Engineering mindset

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

Join HARTING! A leader in connectivity products and custom solutions…..

We are seeking aProject Manager Intern(Engineering) based in Elgin, IL(Northwest of Chicago) to drive new product development projects from concept through the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases alongside our Project Managers.

HARTING's Intern Development Program (Summer 2027) consists of full-time, paid, and on-site internships. Our internships are an opportunity to work on hands-on projects with your team, to work cross-functionally with other departments, and gain exposure to the technical aspects of our company.Please note: we do not provide housing in Illinois.

For technical intern roles, pay ranges from $ 22-25 per hour, commensurate with student's class standing and experience.

You will have the opportunity to be exposed to the following:

• Actively participate in gaining understanding of our product line of industrial-grade electrical connectors (their specifications, recommended applications, current and potential customer base) and how customer choices with components impact subsequent customized cable assembly product projects.
• Document detailed project plans including goals, key deliverables, resources, timelines required to achieve success, and risk mitigation plans for new product development initiatives.
• Shadow methods for managing priorities, resource allocation, risk management, budget management, and improvement in processes.
• Assist in the resolution of conflicts and bottlenecks within projects or functional areas.
• Prepare reports and track KPIs for the steering committee and management.
• Establish a trusted partner relationship with internal and external customers, internal team, and other project stakeholders.
• Build alignment and lead collaboration with other departments including: Sales, Customer Service, Custom Solutions, Product Management and Production Management.

Skills and experience to thrive in this role:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• A background/interest in Project Management

HARTING Americasis a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German-based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world's most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments.

As a third generation, family-owned company, with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people. You will discover that we work hard – to fulfill our personal, company, and customer goals, and in our commitment to our community with our holiday drives and our paid VTO (Voluntary Time Off). You will also discover that we like to have fun – like when we celebrate the holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, prost to Oktoberfest, and much more!